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New era of hospitality breaks ground in downtown Auburn

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Last week, the AC Hotel by Marriott Auburn had its groundbreaking ceremony at the site of its future home, right off North Gay Street in downtown Auburn. The event marked a significant milestone in the development of this upscale...

City of Opelika opens European office

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — The city of Opelika announced its collaboration with The Transatlantic Business & Investment Council (TBIC) in establishing its European office. Located at Kurfuerstendamm in central Berlin, this office serves as a strategic...

Youth Development Center hosts Pinwheels for Prevention

Event raises awareness, aims to 'stomp out child abuse' In the photos above, Auburn Police Chief Cedric Anderson (left), Capt. Tammy Booth of the Lee County Sheriff's Office (center) and Capt. John Hester of the Opelika Police Department (right) received "LCYDC...

Stinson Breads offers authentic sourdough

BY ANN CIPPERLYFOR THE OBSERVER OPELIKA — After offering their scrumptious homemade breads at drop off sites and providing breads to upscale restaurants for several years, Anna Claire and Matthew Stinson recently opened Stinson Breads in downtown Opelika. Having their...
Opelika Slam Dunks the Junk

Opelika Slam Dunks the Junk

OPELIKA — Through its "Don't Be An Ope-Loser!" campaign, the city of Opelika hosted its annual "Slam Dunk the Junk" event in an effort to further...

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Fishing Rodeo Set for May 13

Fishing Rodeo Set for May 13

CONTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF AUBURN / SARAH COOK AUBURN — The 29th annual Fishing Rodeo will take place on Saturday, May 13, from 7 to 11 a.m. at the...

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Guests Get a Taste of Opelika

Guests Get a Taste of Opelika

OPELIKA — As the sun lowered on the horizon in the back of the Museum of East Alabama Tuesday evening, music and tantalizing aromas began to drift...

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Boogie on down 280

Boogie on down 280

WAVERLY — Hundreds turned out to the Old 280 Boogie at Standard Deluxe in Waverly, Alabama, on April 22. Kicking off the night before and running...

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